covid

Tips for Caregivers Navigating the Holidays While Caring for Mom or Dad

For years, we have helped families navigate what is often a joyful but chaotic time for caregivers – the holidays. This year, we’ve pulled together some practical advice from experts in the fields of senior health, psychology, and advice for tackling the logistics of caregiving. Here are our tips: First and foremost, gauge the safety […]

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National Nurses Week 2021

As National Nurses Week comes to a close, we want to take a moment to celebrate and honor the amazing nurses we are fortunate enough to have on the Commonwealth Senior Living team. Throughout history, nurses have played a major role in healing humanity, and our nurses at CSL have certainly done the same. Earl […]

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Pathway to a New "Normal"

At Commonwealth Senior Living, the safety of our residents and associates is our top priority. Their connections to their loved ones are equally important. Since the onset of COVID-19, we have implemented strict infection prevention measures following CDC guidance, state and local health department directives as well as the protocols published by state licensing agencies. […]

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5 COVID-19 Myths Debunked

We know everyone is looking forward to the opportunity to take off our masks, interact with our friends within a close distance, and hug our loved ones again. The COVID-19 vaccine is the next step in leading our communities back to this environment. Commonwealth Senior Living is proud to be doing our part in “kissing […]

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Making a Difference

Our Resident Care Director at Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville, Yulonda, said it best when she noted that throughout the pandemic, we have all been looking for a way to make a difference. The COVID-19 vaccine is the next step in making an impact on the lives of the residents in our communities, their loved […]

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Celebrating Holidays in the Time of COVID

As we approach the holidays, it is important that we remind our readers that at Commonwealth Senior Living, we are not just associates caring for residents, handling the business operations, and leading the teams. We are also sons and daughters, husbands and wives of those struggling with dementia. The following story comes from one of […]

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Our Next Step

Our next phase brings even more exciting opportunities. After Phase 2 re-introduced in-person family visits, we are excited to continue more activities for our residents and families moving into Phase 3. Our residents’ loved ones have said, “We enjoy your community so much!” and, “I’m so happy that they’re enjoying the memories.” Phase 3 includes: […]

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One Step Closer to Normal

We know you’ve been wondering… “If Mom moves to the community now, when will we get to visit her?” We understand that moving a loved one to senior living is probably one of the most important and difficult decisions you will ever make. Our residents’ connections to their friends and families are vital. At Commonwealth […]

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